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Legal Industry Updates

April 12, 2025

The Arbitration Act 2025 (2025 Act)

In her article, Laetitia Ponde Nkot examines the Arbitration Act 2025, which updates and modernises the Arbitration Act 1996. Designed to enhance the UK's position as a global leader in dispute resolution, the 2025 Act reflects the Law Commission's review, focusing on measured adjustments rather than radical changes. This approach ensures the UK remains at the forefront of commercial arbitration while adapting to contemporary needs.
March 26, 2025

Pre/ post – nuptial agreement reform: what is this and what does it mean for law firms?

Leanne Wylie examines in her article ongoing discussions around reforming pre- and post-nuptial agreements. These agreements, designed to protect assets and clarify financial arrangements upon divorce or dissolution, are under scrutiny for their potential to become automatically binding. For law firms, this shift represents an opportunity to adapt, innovate, and guide clients through new standards in family law.
March 10, 2025

What does Diversity, Equality and Inclusion mean for Gen Z?

Demi Akande examines in her article the recent executive orders from President Donald Trump’s administration which placed Diversity Equality and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives under scrutiny, challenging their implementation in both public and private sectors. This generation expects employers to adopt socially conscious practices and proactively enhance communities through corporate social responsibility efforts.
March 10, 2025

Assisted Dying: A Historic Vote in Parliament

Sofia S. GagliardI explores in her article the Assisted Dying Bill. This landmark decision grants terminally ill individuals greater autonomy in their final stages of life, igniting widespread debate on compassion, dignity, and the ethical dimensions of such a choice. The bill’s approval signals a profound shift in societal attitudes towards end-of-life care, setting the stage for its further deliberation in the House of Lords.
March 4, 2025

Shein’s Labour Practices Under Scrutiny: A Legal Perspective on Corporate Accountability

In her article, Alia Hussain examines the recent parliamentary summons of Shein, highlighting the legal and ethical concerns raised by lawmakers. The scrutiny centres on allegations of forced labour within Shein's supply chains with reported human rights abuses. Lawmakers are pushing for stricter legislative actions by the European Union and the U.S. to hold multinational companies accountable for unethical labour practices. The article explores the potential future implications for Shein and other fast-fashion giants, emphasising the urgent need for greater oversight and reform to address these systemic issues and foster a more ethical and sustainable fashion industry.
February 20, 2025

Highest paying law firms: current New Qualified and Trainee salaries

In her article, Leanne Wylie examines the pay structures for newly qualified lawyers and trainees at the UK's most prestigious law firms. The year 2024 saw several changes to NQ salaries, with an average increase of 7.5% compared to 2023.
February 20, 2025

Budget 2024: Key Impacts on the UK Legal Landscape

In her article, Olga Kyriakoudi explores The Budget 2024, unveiled by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, and changes throughout diverse sectors as well as their probable impacts for the legal sphere in the United Kingdom.
January 23, 2025

The State v. The Corporation (2025): TikTok and the USA in the Era of ‘Big Tech’

In this article Luca Povoas considers how the role of corporations globally has shifted in the 'Big Tech' era across the globe and explains the important role that TikTok may play in the future.
December 17, 2024

OpenAI, Microsoft and Elon Musk: The Fallout

In this article Humairah Khokhar discusses OpenAI's history and considers how both Microsoft's interest and Elon Musk's lawsuit could impact the company's future.